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inspiration

[in-spuh-rey-shuhn] / ˌɪn spəˈreɪ ʃən /
NOUN
idea, stimulus
Synonyms
STRONGEST
encouragement enthusiasm genius incentive influence insight motivation revelation vision
STRONG
afflatus animus approach arousal awakening brainchild brainstorm creativity elevation exaltation fancy flash hunch illumination impulse motive muse notion rumble spark spur stimulation thought whim
WEAK
deep think inflatus
Antonyms
STRONGEST
discouragement
STRONG
depression hindrance reality truth

Example Sentences

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He’s indicating the power itself is an inspiration.

From Slate • Apr. 9, 2026

Goebel mentions the Beatniks as another major inspiration.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Artemis II a story of inspiration and a story of science.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

She revamped “about half” the house as soon as she moved in, drawing inspiration from the property’s grove of deodar trees.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

I wander through the house looking for inspiration.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila